Veterinary Technology

What We Do: Sure, you love animals. But you're also compassionate, mature, motivated and willing
to commit to lifelong learning. And your compassion extends to people as well. You
could find a challenging career in Veterinary Technology.

A veterinary technician is a medical professional who uses the skills of a nurse,
dental hygienist, surgical assistant, radiology technician, laboratory technician,
medical transcriptionist, pharmacy technician, client educator, and nutritionist.
Columbus State's program prepares you to play an integral role in many areas of veterinary
medicine, including clinical, surgical, laboratory and office procedures.

You'll take coursework ranging from veterinary anatomy, pharmacology, radiology and
parasitology to business communication and clinical experience. As a graduate, you
will be able to provide animal health care services including physical examination,
administration of anesthesia, client communication and record keeping under the supervision
of a licensed veterinarian.

But, most important, you will have acquired skills to ensure the health and well-being
of animals.

Graduates register with the Ohio Veterinary Medical Licensing Board (OVMLB) to become
Registered Veterinary Technicians in the state of Ohio. Graduates are eligible to
take the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) that is recognized in more than
40 states to certify veterinary technicians. Students must successfully pass the
VTNE to be eligible for licensure in the state of Ohio. In Ohio, licensure from the
OVMLB is needed for employment as a Registered Veterinary Technician.